Four cases illustrate common errors that can lead to litigation when performing obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound.

Ultrasound errors to avoid: How important is the report?

When a patient is interested in having the device removed, her physician needs to examine several factors before deciding on a surgical approach.

Considerations when discussing Essure removal

The sheer number of code options can be intimidating, but mastering a few concepts can alleviate some of the stress.

Is it possible to make OB coding less complicated?

Three cases illustrate the unique challenges ob/gyns face while caring for SCD patients at various life stages.

Reproductive issues in sickle cell disease

When a resident’s promise to appreciate nurses is challenged, a conversation with one illustrates how both roles play an integral part in patient care.

Building bridges

Rising cesarean delivery rates along with inadequate training has largely sidelined vacuum deliveries, even though the procedure has its benefits.

Will vacuum delivery go the way of vaginal breech delivery?

This review discusses the etiologies, evaluations and management strategies for what can often be a frustrating condition for patients.

Making chronic pelvic pain a little less painful

In the second part of this series, potential solutions to fix the rising drug cost problem are examined.

Ensuring medications are more affordable without stifling innovation (Part 2) 

Rates of revision surgery for mesh midurethral sling placement drop dramatically once a surgeon has reached a certain threshold of annual cases, according to results of a new study.

Which factors predict likelihood of mesh revision?

Results from a prospective study indicate that cfDNA testing for trisomy 21 may be just as effective in twin pregnancies as singletons.

Study supports noninvasive testing for Down syndrome in twins

A recent study indicates that providers may need to rethink their intervention methods when counseling adolescents.

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